With reference to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), consider the following statements: 1. The CITES Secretariat is administered by UNEP (The United Nations Environment Programme) and is located in Geneva, Switzerland. 2. Species listed in Appendix I are allowed to be traded internationally for commercial purposes subject to the grant of permits. 3. Although CITES is legally binding on its Parties, it does not substitute national legislation. Which of the statements given above are correct? |ForumIAS

Q. With reference to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), consider the following statements:
1.The CITES Secretariat is administered by UNEP (The United Nations Environment Programme) and is located in Geneva, Switzerland.
2.Species listed in Appendix I are allowed to be traded internationally for commercial purposes subject to the grant of permits.
3.Although CITES is legally binding on its Parties, it does not substitute national legislation.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

[A] 1 and 3 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 2 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanation: Statement 2 is incorrect. Species included in Appendix I are threatened with extinction and are accorded the highest level of protection, with international commercial trade generally prohibited.

Source- DTE

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